Home DesigningRussian designer Andry Sokruta created an interesting modern livingroom but the klieg light chandelier might be a little over the top.(Those things put out so much heat you could roast a hotdog.)

Now, slowly pan across the gorgeous classic decor . . . .

ruh, roh . . . . .

BehanceIf you must place a television in a classic setting please camouflage it.I know, I know, I'm super critical but somedecorating 'elements' are just ridiculous.

And, now - Tuesday's Miss Money Pitt Update:I've learned that three little words can strike terror in the heartsof renovators - up to code. If I hear that expression one moretime . . . . well, I'll just have to grin and bear it.

The living room is coming along nicely:Before During

The little downstairs bathroom has been mostly guttedand green mildew-resistant sheet rock is being hung.

I wouldn't be surprised if the neighbors brought a sack lunch andpicniced on the front yard to watch contractor after contractor arrive todo their thing. It's a never ending parade of profe$$ionals.See you tomorrow!

I know what you mean. "Up to Code"... We had to have electricians and plumbers fix all that stuff before we could do anything, because the last update was in the 60s and the house is 70. In the beginning, a lot of work is being done, money spent, and it didn't look pretty!

On pinterest, I've been noticing that quite a bit lately. Garish patterns that don't go. Too many colors. No unity. I think there must be a design change underway. It seems things may get ugly before it gets better.

This is a great post, I can't believe what some people put together. There's eclectic and then there's just plain wrong. I really feel for you redoing a house... our first house was an old house we loved that had good bones and hardwood floors built in 1902. But nothing was "up to code". After replacing pluming, rewiring, ripping of the 2nd floor porch that was unsafe and having roof problems with the old slate roof we decided we wouldn't do that again. Right? HaHa If it's an older home, not so old home, or a new home there's still problems! Just in different degrees.

Your previous post was wonderful also. Great inexpensive way of decorating for spooky time. The baby shoe with photo is my fav. too cute. I've enjoyed my visit so much!

1. decor created through upcycling vintage and antique items found at flea markets, thrift stores, and yard sales; 2. a DIY State of Mind associated with bargain hunting and repurposing everyday items in novel and unique ways; 3. a thrifty attitude of saving.

Rustic eclecticism (I made that up.)

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